Diagilev i s diagilevym. [Diaghilev and with Diaghilev].

£1,400 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

Fresh example of this monumental work revealing the life and creative path of one of the most important figures in the history of the Russian ballet; one of 615 copies only (this copy not numbered). The world-known ballet dancer, choreographer and close Diagilev's collaborator Lifar shares his memories about Sergey Pavlovich's life (1872 - 1929) and their personal relations. First edition, 4to (26 x 17 cm); 499 pp., frontispiece and 31 illustrations in black white; publisher's illustrated cover by Dobuzhinskiy, small tear to wrapper edge, a fine copy.

• Binding: Hardcover

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